This massive 280 carat natural Ethiopian Welo opal rough is a breathtaking specimen for serious collectors, lapidary artists, and gemstone enthusiasts. Measuring 55x45x25 mm, it displays intense rainbow fire with vibrant flashes of green, red, and blue beneath a natural earthy matrix.
The opal is shown wet to highlight its fire and translucency. With its substantial size and dramatic play-of-color, this stone is perfect for display, slicing into cabochons, or custom jewelry design. A rare opportunity to own a piece of raw volcanic opal from Ethiopia’s famous Welo region.
Weight: 280 carats
Dimensions: 55 x 45 x 25 mm
Origin: Welo, Ethiopia
Type: Natural Rough Opal
Treatment: None (Natural, Untreated)
Color Play: Bright rainbow fire – green, blue, red
Condition: Raw specimen, wet in images to show color play
Huge 280ct raw Welo opal – collector-grade size
Displays strong multicolor fire through a translucent body
Natural matrix and character, uncut and untreated
Excellent for lapidary, carving, or display collection
Sourced ethically from Welo, Ethiopia, renowned for vivid volcanic opals